Naman, Howell, Smith & Lee, PLLC

A Century Of Legal Excellence

Tax attorney in Fort Worth, TX (show on map)

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One of Texas' oldest law firms with over 100 years of experience, offering a wide range of legal services across five Texas locations and nationally.

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About

Naman, Howell, Smith & Lee, PLLC, established in 1917, is a distinguished Texas law firm with a century-long legacy of legal excellence. Operating from five strategic locations across Texas—Austin, Fort Worth, Houston, San Antonio, and Waco—the firm serves a diverse clientele with over 50 practice areas, ranging from corporate law and litigation to personal legal matters. The

firm's extensive experience, combined with a national and international reach through ALFA International membership and attorneys licensed in multiple states, positions it uniquely to address complex legal challenges for both domestic and global clients. With a commitment to diversity, inclusion, and cutting-edge technology, Naman, Howell, Smith & Lee, PLLC continues to uphold its reputation for integrity, efficiency, and value-driven legal services.

Over 100 years of legal experience

Five Texas offices with national and international reach

Diverse practice areas covering corporate, litigation, personal, and administrative law

Commitment to diversity, inclusion, and community involvement

Advanced technology infrastructure with multiple ISO certifications

Strong reputation with numerous honors and recognitions

Services

Corporate Law & Business Transactions

Representation for corporations, LLCs, partnerships, and other business entities in corporate transactions and operational matters across nearly every industry.

Corporate governance Mergers & acquisitions Compliance Operational advisory

Litigation & Trial Services

Trial-hardened litigators defending clients' interests in various state and federal matters.

Civil litigation Criminal defense Appellate advocacy Alternative dispute resolution

Personal Legal Services

Compassionate legal assistance for personal matters including estate planning, adoption, elder care, divorce, and more.

Estate planning Adoption Elder care Divorce Tax advice Trusts

Administrative & Regulatory Law

Extensive experience representing clients in administrative law cases throughout Texas and beyond.

License defense Regulatory compliance Administrative hearings Appeals

Emergency Response & Evidence Collection

A dedicated Emergency Response Team that can be called upon at a moment's notice to gather crucial data and evidence for future litigation.

Rapid deployment Evidence preservation Data collection 24/7 availability

Technology & Data Security

Cloud-first approach to technology with ISO certifications and robust data protection measures.

Cloud infrastructure ISO 27001/27017/27018/27701 certifications SOC 2 Type 2 protection HIPAA/PHI compliance Remote access solutions

Credentials & Certifications

AV Preeminent Rating

Super Lawyers

Best Law Firm - Best Lawyers®

Top Workplace - U.S. News & World Report

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Naman Howell's founding year? +

Naman, Howell, Smith & Lee, PLLC was founded in 1917.

How many practice areas does Naman Howell cover? +

The firm covers over 50 practice areas.

How many offices does Naman Howell have in Texas? +

Naman Howell has five offices across Texas.

What is Naman Howell's national and international reach? +

Naman Howell has a national and international reach through ALFA International membership and attorneys licensed in multiple states, including California, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, Michigan, New Jersey, New Mexico, and North Carolina.

What technology certifications does Naman Howell hold? +

Naman Howell holds ISO 27001, ISO 27017, ISO 27018, ISO 27701, GDPR, Type 2 SOC 2 Protection, SOC 2 Plus, FIPS 140-2 Level 3, SEC/FINRA, HIPAA/PHI, SIG LITE and SIG CORE, and HECVAT certifications.

What diversity and inclusion initiatives does Naman Howell support? +

Naman Howell is involved in several diversity and inclusion initiatives, including the Diversity Fellowship Program, Latina Leadership Institute, ALFA International Diversity and Inclusion Committee, Travis County Women Lawyers Association, Diverse Attorney Pipeline Program, Bexar County Women’s Bar Foundation LEAD Academy, and support for veterans through the Baylor Law School Veterans Clinic.

What honors and recognitions has Naman Howell received? +

Naman Howell has been recognized as a Best Company to Work for and Top Workplace by U.S. News and World Report and USA Today, a Top Workplace by the Austin American-Statesman and San Antonio Express-News, a Best Law Firm by Best Lawyers® - U.S. News and World Report, and many attorneys are Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent™ Rated and Super Lawyers®.

What community and giving-back activities does Naman Howell engage in? +

Naman Howell participates in various community activities, including the Junior League of Austin, American Gateways, Greater Austin Crime Commission, Baylor Law School Veterans Clinic, La Puerta Waco, Tarrant County Women’s Clinic, Texas Ranger Hall of Fame and Museum, Waco Symphony Association, Texas Law Mentoring Program, McLennan County Dispute Resolution Center Board, Waco Foundation, and supports veteran causes.